Марафон: задание 17

What does "it" in paragraph 7 refer to ("Just the same, it can help...")?

1.  Finding a perfect solution to eating on campus.

2.  Cooking your own meals.

3.  Creativity in a dining hall.

4.  Eating outside of dining halls.

What does the word "nonexistent" refer to in the last paragraph?

1.  Home meals.

2.  College security.

3.  Memories.

4.  Old friends.

The expression "chip on your shoulder" in paragraph 9 means...

1.  ...reflection of one's potential.

2.  ...feelings of unfair treatment.

3.  ...below-⁠average performance.

4.  ...record of achievements.

According to the final paragraphs, which of the factors discouraging girls from careers in science appears to be most important?

1.  Academic underachievement.

2.  Lack of opportunities in career growth.

3.  Social stereotypes.

4.  Lack of encouragement.

The phrase "vicious cycle" in paragraph 7 means...

1.  ...a course of everyday events.

2.  ...a large amount of extra work.

3.  ...a sudden wave of tiredness.

4.  ...a repetitive cycle of poor sleep consequences.

The author is disappointed that eating meat is not...

1.  ...officially prohibited.

2.  ...considered as bad as drinking and smoking.

3.  ...related to a poor lifestyle.

4.  ...recognized as a major life-⁠risking habit.

The phrase "Internet of things" refers to...

1.  ...personal computers of the users.

2.  ...things ordered through the Internet.

3.  ...a new network replacing the current Internet.

4.  ...appliances with access to the Web.

How does the author feel about the evidence of climate change?

1.  It's not enough yet.

2.  It's irrelevant so far.

3.  It's not very convincing.

4.  It soon would become conclusive.

The author calls for...

1.  ...allowing more time for personal life.

2.  ...giving equal attention to real world and Internet.

3.  ...developing thinking abilities.

4.  ...a healthy life style.

During his travels the author realized the importance of...

1.  ...direct experiences.

2.  ...independence.

3.  ...adventures.

4.  ...education.

What does the author imply by asking "How young is too young"?

1.  Leap Band products suit any child.

2.  Wristwatch-⁠like products are for older children.

3.  Technology may enter children’s life too early.

4.  Leap Band is inappropriate for young children.

Landscapers start their work early because...

1.  ...it feels more comfortable.

2.  ...it is better for watering the flowers.

3.  ...they have a very packed schedule.

4.  ...it’s a customers’ requirement.

Which negative effect of information flood does the author recognise?

1.  Inefficient access to data.

2.  Lack of self-⁠control.

3.  Continuous distraction.

4.  Shallow mindedness.

Which of the following, according to the article, is NOT the lesson Claudia’s case can teach us?

1.  All happens for the best.

2.  Keep your face.

3.  Failure is natural.

4.  Love and be loved.

It is implied that college teachers...

1.  ...are paid regularly.

2.  ...lack technology skills.

3.  ...have relevant experience.

4.  ...may be supported by private gifts.

Why does Charlotte Trumpler admire Christie’s role in archaeology?

1.  Her money helped her husband’s expeditions.

2.  Her modesty is an example for other archaeologists.

3.  She promoted Mallowan archaeological research.

4.  The records she made are still in demand nowadays.

The word substantial ("Dinner is always the most substantial meal ...") in Paragraph 7 is synonymous to...

1.  ...nourishing.

2.  ...delicious.

3.  ...balanced.

4.  ...fattening.

The author believes that a sightseeing programme on organised tours is...

1.  ...undervalued.

2.  ...more packed.

3.  ...overrated.

4.  ...less strained.

What is implied by the author’s comparison of Russia with Vienna?

1.  The author prefers European countries.

2.  Vienna is better decorated than Russia.

3.  There are more Christmas trees in Russia.

4.  Russian people love classical music.

According to the study mentioned in the article, the majority of students...

1.  ...are tired because of having too much work to do.

2.  ...sign up for sports classes to deal with stress.

3.  ...get better sleep after regular exercise.

4.  ...think that feeling worried is a problem.